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[Perinatal aspects, growth and feeding of infants born small for gestational age]

M Biosca Pàmies1, G Rodríguez Martínez, M P Samper Villagrasa

  • 1Departamento de Pediatría, Radiología y Medicina Física, Universidad de Zaragoza, Hospital Clínico Universitario Lozano Blesa, Zaragoza, España.

Anales De Pediatria (Barcelona, Spain : 2003)
|June 19, 2012
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Infants born small for gestational age (SGA) face increased risks due to maternal factors like lower weight gain and smoking. These SGA infants show persistent smaller size at six months, with lower breastfeeding rates.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatrics
  • Neonatology
  • Public Health

Context:

  • Small for gestational age (SGA) infants are at higher risk for adverse health outcomes.
  • Understanding the characteristics and growth patterns of SGA infants is crucial for early intervention.

Purpose:

  • To describe the perinatal and socio-cultural characteristics of SGA infants.
  • To analyze the growth and dietary patterns of SGA infants during the first six months of life.

Summary:

  • SGA infants were born to mothers with lower pregnancy weight gain, shorter gestation, and higher rates of cesarean delivery and smoking.
  • SGA infants remained smaller throughout the first six months, with similar weight gain but lower breastfeeding prevalence at four months.
  • No significant social or cultural differences were observed between SGA and non-SGA groups.

Impact:

  • Identifies key risk factors associated with SGA births.
  • Highlights the persistent growth deficit and lower breastfeeding rates in SGA infants, suggesting potential long-term health implications.
  • Informs clinical practice and public health strategies for managing SGA infants.
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